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College Prep | The Untold Realities of Freshman Year

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2025-05-29 18:00:00 2025-05-29 19:00:00 America/New_York College Prep | The Untold Realities of Freshman Year Join us as we go beyond FAFSA and Financial Aid. Let's talk about all the things that they don't tell you at open house but you definitely need to know. Centerville Branch -

Thursday, May 29
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-29 18:00:00 2025-05-29 19:00:00 America/New_York College Prep | The Untold Realities of Freshman Year Join us as we go beyond FAFSA and Financial Aid. Let's talk about all the things that they don't tell you at open house but you definitely need to know. Centerville Branch -

Join us as we go beyond FAFSA and Financial Aid. Let's talk about all the things that they don't tell you at open house but you definitely need to know.

Welcome families as we talk about the unexpected adventures of freshman year. The things that you didn’t plan for! Join us as we discuss the mental health adjustments of going away to school. Options for getting around campus. Unexpected expenses as a freshman student and parent plus so much more. 

AGE GROUP: | Ages 19+ | Ages 16-18 |

EVENT TYPE: | Family | Education | Community | College Prep |

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Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for a special tummy time just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Baby & Me Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join Ms. Mirka for a special tummy time to help your little one build confidence in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! Perfect for pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Early Learning | Story Explorers
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Story Explorers, a family storytime for all to enjoy. We are reading stories and having fun exploring literacy with each page we turn!
Early Learning | Toddler Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers ages 2 and under with a caregiver.
STEM - Science | Girls for STEM: Rock Crayons
Mon, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn about different types of rock and how they are made while creating a crayon rock of your own!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join in the fun with your preschool child as we listen to stories, play games, and sing songs! For children, ages 3-5 and an accompanying adult(s).
Entrepreneurship | Small Business Book Club - Q & A with Madeleine Shaw, author of The Greater Good
Mon, Jun 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join us for insightful discussions and connect with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
Practice conversational English with non-native speakers. Work on pronunciation and new vocabulary words. Learn about your local library and the free digital resources.
STEM - Science | World Ocean Day - Prehistoric Sea Creatures
Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dacula Branch
Welcome to our 9th Annual World Ocean Day! Come and learn about the biodiversity of prehistoric sea life and current modern day living fossil relatives. We can't wait to have you join us for some FinTastic Fossil Fun!
Learning Labs | CosMania Series - Intro to Tinkercad
Mon, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Makerspace
This Cosmania session focuses on how to begin 3D modeling to create props and accessories for your cosplays.
Summer Reading | T-Rex Tea Party
Mon, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Five Forks Branch
What's better than an afternoon tea party? A T-Rex Tea Party! Come out in your best tea party or t-rex attire and we will read a book, sing some songs, and share some snacks while we learn about manners!
Early Learning | Kindergarten, Here We Come
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Let's get ready for the upcoming school year! Come join us for an extra boost before school, practice our ABCs & Numbers, as well as work on our fine motor skills in a fun and educational way!
Culinary Arts | Food Camp: Yummy Healthy Plate
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Learn how to build a healthy snack plate with nutrition experts from the Gwinnett UGA Extension!
Registration is now closed
STEM - Science | Modern-Day Dinosaurs - What Makes a Bird?
Mon, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Did you know dinosaurs are still alive today? We call them birds! Come discover what makes a bird a bird, and how they're connected to the mighty dinos of the past.
Summer Reading | Making Your Own Pictographs
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Walk in the shoes of ancient Sumerians by making your own cuneiform tablets!
This event is full
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Join us to practice reading skills and become an active reader!
STEM - Science | Fossil or Fake?
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us to learn vital archeology skills to understand fossils and then put them to the test with a 'Fossil or Fake' game to see if you can outsmart history's biggest hoaxes!
Book Club | Adult Fiction Book Club
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Are you eager to find new reads and talk about books with other people? Join your fellow community members to discuss our read of the month every 1st Monday!
STEM - Engineering | Dino Discovery Eggs
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Get ready to hatch your very own dinosaur eggs! This simple science activity will amaze little explorers with fizz, bubbles, and prehistoric surprises.
Language Learning | Basic English for Korean Speakers
Mon, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Looking to learn English as a native Korean speaker? Join us on Mondays at 4:00 p.m. at the Norcross Library to learn English in a fun and welcoming setting with a bilingual instructor.
Literacy | Reading Buddies Summer Session
Mon, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Learning Labs | Sew a Revolutionary Workbag
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Makerspace
Make an 18th-century workbag to carry your supplies and accessories.
Registration is now closed
STEM - Technology | Digital Literacy Workshop
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Are you interested in learning more about technology, but you don't know where to start? Join us for a Digital Literacy 8-week workshop series where participants will learn about computers, the internet, and email basics.
This event is full
Family | Evening Storytime
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a special nighttime storytime with stories, songs, and rhymes; pajamas are encouraged! For children of all ages with a caregiver.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Non-native English speakers who want to strengthen their conversational skills, build fluency, and increase confidence in using English through interactive discussions, engaging activities, and practical assignments.
Book Club | Peachtree Corners
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Join us for a discussion of "Becoming" by Michelle Obama.
Author Talk | Tim Brown
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join New York Times bestselling author and award-winning sports journalist Tim Brown as he discusses "Nolan: The Singular Life of an American Original," the definitive biography of Nolan Ryan, arguably the greatest pitcher in the history of baseball.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hamilton Mill Branch
Practice English conversation on various topics based on a variety of subjects!
Community | Tummy Time
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Playtime for pre-walker babies and their parents/caregivers to meet other families in the community.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Come join us this summer for a Dino-Mite Toddler Time! We read, sing and play in this storytime designed to target the developmental needs of toddlers.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Toddler Time! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of toddlers, ages 1-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch - Collins Hill Meeting Room
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 3 and under, with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way. For kids ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Tue, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, songs, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.
Early Learning | Baby & Me
Tue, Jun 09, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join Ms. Nikki for a special storytime just for babies designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills! For pre-walkers, ages 1 and under.
Computer Literacy | Artificial Intelligence 101 - A Primer for Adult Learners
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Learn the basics of artificial intelligence and computational linguistics.
This event is full
STEM - Science | Dinosaur Name Game
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Do you know how dinosaurs were named? Come learn how Greek and Latin root words were used to name dinosaurs, and then use that knowledge to name & create a dinosaur of your very own!
Learning Labs | Professional Podcast Equipment Training
Tue, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Norcross Branch
Want to get into the podcasting business? Get started by learning how to use the video and audio equipment at the Norcross Audio Recording Studio!
This event is full
Summer Reading | Rock Your Art - Stone Mosaics
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Ready to rock? Join us for a hands-on workshop where we turn ordinary stones into extraordinary art!
STEM - Science | Erupting Prehistoric Tar Pits
Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Join us for a prehistoric-themed experiment while excavating dinosaur bones.
STEM - Technology | Jurassic Escape Room
Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dacula Branch
Use problem-solving skills, collaboration, and perseverance to escape! Teens 12+
Gaming | Chess & Go
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Snellville Branch
Play the strategy games Chess and Go in a friendly environment.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Grayson Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a librarian or volunteer Reading Buddy! Reading aloud to a buddy helps build confidence, increase fluency, and understanding. Designed for children in grades 1 - 5.
Healthy Living | We Are Not Dinosaurs! - Paleontology Word Games for Older Adults
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Play a Wordle-like word game for adults with a paleontological twist!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Dacula Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Reading Buddies Member.
Health & Wellness | Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Meeting Room
Join us to discuss issues and mental health health involving the care for your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
Book Club | Stitch and Tell - "The Death of Vivek Oji" by Akwaeke Emezi
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for Stitch & Tell, a creative book club where we explore different literary worlds, drink tea, and work on a fiber arts project. This month, we're discussing "The Death of Vivek Oji" by Akwaeke Emezi.
Gaming | Chess Boards and Checker Crowns
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Come to learn how to play, learn more about, and/or come enjoy the classic board games of chess and checkers!
Learning Labs | Game Makers Group
Tue, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch - Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Meeting Room
This is a weekly discussion group where we will cover a wide array of game-making topics and provide optional challenges and projects for aspiring game creators.
Book Club | Gwinnett Reads - The Lost City of the Monkey God by Douglas Preston
Tue, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual - Adult Programming Zoom
Gwinnett Reads Book Club welcomes all who enjoy reading a variety of genres.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under, this storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce storytime to our youngest listeners.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Snellville Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Toddler Time! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of toddlers ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mountain Park Branch
Designed for babies and toddlers, this storytime uses simple books, music, and movement to introduce our youngest listeners to storytime. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your toddler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs! For children ages 0-2, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch
Join us for a storytime just for preschoolers! Designed for children ages 3-5 with a caregiver.
Early Learning | Toddler Time
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a storytime just for the little ones! Designed for babies and toddlers, ages 2 and under.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime with stories, rhymes, and songs for preschool-aged children (ages 2-5).
Genealogy | Norcross Connect: Trace Your Roots - African American Genealogy
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Join us as we explore the library's genealogy resources for African American family research.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
This storytime uses simple books, music, rhymes and movement activities to introduce early literacy skills to our youngest customers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Snellville Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills which help children become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Kathy as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Wed, Jun 10, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Mountain Park Branch
Preschool storytimes promote early literacy skills which help children (ages 3-5) become ready to read and promote school readiness. Join in the fun with Ms. Montoya as your preschooler listens to stories, plays games and/or participates in developmentally appropriate activities, and sings songs!
Early Learning | Music and Movement
Wed, Jun 10, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Join us for a fun program that uses music, wiggles, and giggles to show the connection between reading and rhythm! This program is designed for kids, ages 3 and up.
Literacy | Create Your Own Dinosaur Adventure!
Wed, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Kids can create their own dinosaur stories while learning about the different parts of speech!
Community | Homeschool Hangout
Wed, Jun 10, 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling Homeschool Families! Please join us for a Homeschool Hangout!
Learning Labs | Creative Business Cards
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch - Peachtree Corners Makerspace and Recording Studio
Attend this program to learn how to use the Learning Labs to create unique business cards with our machinery! Program is demonstration only.
STEM - Science | Unearth the Past - Dinosaur Dig
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Learn about paleontology and unearth a dinosaur!
Learning Labs | Sewing Machine Basics
Wed, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Five Forks Branch
If you're interested in learning how to sew, this program is for you! Learn how to thread a sewing machine, select proper stitch settings, and practice sewing a seam. Space is limited, registration is required. Ages 13+.
This event is full
Senior Living | Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Welcome to Community and Conversations. We provide a safe space to share thoughts and experiences involving the care of your loved ones with Alzheimer's.
STEM - Engineering | Ping Pong Stacking Challenge
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Is it possible to stack ping pong balls? Join us to figure out this exciting engineering challenge!
Culture | Hieroglyphs for Everyone
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Collins Hill Branch
In this hands-on, all-ages program, explore how ancient Egyptians used symbols and sounds to communicate. Participants will learn how hieroglyphs work, write their own names in ancient Egyptian style, and try decoding real inscriptions together, no prior knowledge needed.
Genealogy | Unearth Your Family's Story!
Wed, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grayson Branch
Every family has stories waiting to be discovered! This beginner-friendly genealogy program introduces practical research strategies and the trusted library resources to help you find, organize, and preserve your unique family history.
STEM - Science | Dinosaur Fossil Fun!
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us in learning about dinosaur fossils and making a dino-themed trinket bowl!
Culinary Arts | Mexican Munchies
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Meeting Room
Tempt your taste buds this summer with tasty treats. Learn how to make traditional Mexican snacks from our staff.
This event is full
STEM - Science | Paleontology for Kids
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Snellville Branch
Learn how scientists discovered dinosaurs. Dig up your own mini dinosaur in a STEM related activity. Seating will be limited on a first come basis.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Join us to practice your reading skills and become an active reader! For ages 6-11.
Kindergarten Readiness | Kindergarten Here We Come!
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca to prepare for the big step of starting elementary school! Rising kindergarteners will practice classroom skills, build their confidence through social interaction, and enjoy school-themed stories and songs!
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Calling all children in grades 1-5! Join us to practice your reading skills with a Reading Buddy! Sessions will run on a first come, first served basis.
Hobbies | Awesome Art - Cave Paintings
Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Budding artist? Join us! Create art with a variety of materials and methods. (Please dress to be messy!)
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Centerville Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with our volunteer reading buddies. Sessions last 30 minutes and are first come first serve.
Education | Change My Mind - Let AI Be the Judge
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Centerville Branch
Let's put AI to the test and see what side it'll take in our debates over current or past events!
Literacy | Reading Buddies Summer Session
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a Volunteer Reading Buddy.
Register
Early Learning | Literacy Lab
Wed, Jun 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dacula Branch
Come play literacy games and enjoy an interactive experience to build and improve reading comprehension, phonics skills, phonemic awareness and reading foundation.
Language Learning | Basic Korean
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Norcross Branch - Norcross Collaboration Room
Interested in learning a new language? Join us to learn Korean in a fun and welcoming setting with a bilingual instructor.
This event is full
Learning Labs | Advanced Sewing - Sew a Summer Garland
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
Practice your sewing skills by making a colorful garland perfect for summer.
This event is full
Learning Labs | CosMania Series - 3D Printing on Fabric Demo
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Snellville Branch - Snellville Makerspace
This Cosmania session focuses on how to 3D print on fabric to enhance your cosplays.
STEM - Science | Dino Egg Discovery
Wed, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Join us for a prehistoric excavation adventure! Young explorers will chip away at dinosaur eggs to reveal hidden hatchlings - just like a real fossil dig.
This event is full
Author Talk | Mayra Cuevas and Marie Marquardt
Wed, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Authors Mayra Cuevas and Marie Marquardt discuss their new book "How to Fake a Southern Gentleman" taking place in Atlanta and featuring sparkling wit, strong female friendship, and slow-burn romance.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Suwanee Branch
Join Ms. Nikki for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. This program is intended for preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning| Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Five Forks Branch
Bring your little paleontologists out and join us for preschool storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs and activities to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten. Ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Dacula Branch
Join Ms. Melanie for Preschool Storytime! It features engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and more. It is targeted for the developmental needs of children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
Literacy | Reading Buddies
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mountain Park Branch
Learn and practice reading skills one-on-one with a trained volunteer for 30 minutes.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Grayson Branch
Join Ms. Becca for Preschool Storytime! Featuring engaging stories, fun songs, activities, and crafts to get your preschooler prepared for Kindergarten, this program is designed to meet the developmental needs of preschoolers, ages 3-5, and their caregivers.
Early Learning | Preschool Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peachtree Corners Branch
For kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers. The program includes simple stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and movement activities to introduce story time to our little learners in a fun way.
Early Learning | Baby and Me Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Join us for a special storytime just for babies (pre-walkers) designed to get them comfortable in social settings and develop their earliest literacy skills!
Early Learning | Summer Family Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norcross Branch
Come join us for a Summer Storytime at Norcross! Let's read some fun family stories with fun songs for movement and engagement!
Book Club | Adult Book Club
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a friendly discussion of 'James' by Percival Everett.
Language Learning | Conversations in English
Thu, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Join us to practice English conversational skills in a welcoming environment!
Literacy | Dinosaur Adoption Event
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Come learn about dinosaurs and share your knowledge with each other! We've got dinosaurs up for adoption and we can't wait to hear about your new forever friend!
Literacy | Dino Phonics
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Dinosaurs have left eggs all over the library! Join us for a fun scavenger hunt to find all the eggs and make words from the phonics inside them.
STEM - Technology | Reduce, Reuse, Recylosaurus!
Thu, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Let's learn about recycling and create a dinosaur using recycled materials!
Finance & Budget | Traveling on a Budget - Smart Planning for Affordable Adventures
Thu, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Dreaming of travel without breaking the bank? Join us for an informative and practical session on how to explore on a budget.
Book Club | The Next Chapter
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Suwanee Branch
Join us as we discuss Jonathan Kellerman's "The Ghost Orchid".
STEM - Science | Fantastic Fossils
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Centerville Branch
Join us to learn all about fossils and where they come from, and make your own fossils to take home!
STEM - Science | The Secret History of Birds - Dinosaur Descendents
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Grayson Branch
Join us to uncover the evolutionary links between ancient dinosaurs and modern birds! Explore fossil evidence and join our prehistoric scavenger hunt.
Language Learning | Movies in English
Thu, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Virtual
Watch, Discuss, and Learn! Join us every other Thursday for our virtual ESL Movie Club to improve your vocabulary, English conversation, and listening skills!
Register
Writing | Writers Club: Cyberpunk
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Five Forks Branch
Looking for a space dedicated towards the craft of writing? Come join our Writers Club! Each session will include quiet time to sit and write as well as open discussions and workshopping our pieces together. This month's writing theme: Cyberpunk!
STEM- Mathmatics | Magic: The Gathering
Thu, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Park Branch
Looking for a fun way to learn & practice STEM skills? Join us for Magic: The Gathering, the world's most popular trading card game! Open to beginners and veterans alike. Rated ages 13+.
Gaming | Chess Knight
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hamilton Mill Branch
Love to play chess? Join us for an hour of gameplay. All levels are welcome. Registration is required.
This event is full
Early Learning | Pajama Storytime - Dinos at Dark!
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Bring your favorite stuffed animal (or dinosaur friend) and join Ms. Sarah for an evening storytime in your pajamas.
Early Learning | I Dig American Sign Language Storytime
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Peachtree Corners Branch
Learn about American Sign Language through stories and songs with a dinosaur twist!
Learning Labs | Weekly Screenwriting - Creating Stories for the Screen
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Attend this weekly program to begin learning how to write original and compelling screenplays. You DO NOT need to attend every session, but it is encouraged.
Early Learning | Baby Storytime LIVE! - via *Google Meets
Fri, Jun 12, 9:00am - 9:20am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for a virtual storytime for babies, ages 0-2 and their grown-ups!
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Early Learning | Preschool Storytime LIVE! - via *Google Meets
Fri, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Virtual
Join Ms. Sarah for a virtual storytime for preschoolers, ages 3-5!
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Early Learning | Toddler Time
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
Join Ms. Sarah for a half-hour storytime designed for babies and toddlers 2 and under.
Early Learning | Purposeful Play
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dacula Branch
Join us for a session of Purposeful Play! Discover the many benefits of play such as critical thinking skills, creativity and emotional growth while learning techniques on how to engage in play with your little one!
Summer Reading | Jurassic Drop! - Adventures in Water Conservation
Fri, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Buford-Sugar Hill Branch
Discover how our water is the same water from millions of years ago...
Education | Celebrate Flag Day - an America250 Program
Fri, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Children and families are invited to celebrate Flag Day, to learn about the history and symbolism of flags in this hands-on program.
Learning Labs | Intro to 3D Printing
Fri, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Suwanee Branch - Suwanee Makerspace and Recording Studio
Learn the basics of 3D Printing.
Literacy | Doggie Tales
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Lilburn Branch
Children ages 6-11 are invited to practice reading skills with trained therapy dogs.
Family | Weekend Storytime & Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
Collins Hill Branch
Bring your favorite stuffed animal with you to the library for a fun storytime, then tuck your friend in for a sleepover at the library. Come back the next day to see what your friend got up to overnight in a digital photo album.
Summer Reading | Jurassic Dark - A Library Escape
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lawrenceville Hooper-Renwick Branch
Unearth the mysteries of the library in Jurassic Dark, an immersive dinosaur-themed escape room! Teams must collaborate and use library resources to solve prehistoric puzzles before time runs out. It's a race against extinction that builds teamwork, research skills, and ancient knowledge.
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Learning Labs | Sew Your Own Coasters
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Centerville Branch
Need a project to practice your sewing skills? Join us and sew your own coffee table coasters!
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Learning Labs | CosMania Series - Wig Styling
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hamilton Mill Branch - Hamilton Mill Makerspace & Recording Studio
This Cosmania session focuses on learning how to style wigs for cosplay. Participants will learn the tools and techniques required to replicate fantastical hairstyles, as well as how to care for and transport their styled wigs.
Learning Labs | Cosmania Series - Fabric Dyeing Basics
Sat, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Snellville Branch
This Cosmania session focuses on how to dye different types of fabric for cosplay. Participants will learn about the different types of fabric dyes and the best techniques to use for their cosplay projects.
Summer Reading | Tea Rex Tea Time
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Duluth Branch - Duluth Meeting Room
You are cordially invited to a prehistoric tea party! Dress for tea and bring a dinosaur or stuffed animal as your plus one. Join us for a reading of Molly Idle's Tea Rex as we sip our tea or juice and learn dinosaur tea time etiquette.
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